Wild Lights at the Detroit Zoo starts this weekend -- What to expect this season
Wild Lights, an annual holiday tradition at the Detroit Zoo, kicks off this weekend.
Detroit Zoo announces new 7-acre immersive experience where guests can pet stingrays, brush goats
The Detroit Zoo plans to open Discovery Trails, an immersive seven-acre experience featuring up-close encounters with numerous animals and educational experiences, in 2026.
Detroit Zoo holding contest to name baby gorilla after discovering it's a girl
Detroit Zoo gorilla Bandia finally let staff close enough to see the sex of her baby, the zoo's first baby gorilla in its 96-year history. It's a girl! And you can help name her.
'A truly special bear': Detroit Zoo grizzly bear dies after months of health issues
After months of suffering from health issues, the Detroit Zoo made the difficult decision to euthanize Mike, a beloved grizzly bear, on Wednesday.
Summer Sips: Adult-only night coming to Detroit Zoo
Sip cocktails and stroll the Detroit Zoo in your best cruise attire at Summer Sips.
New Detroit Zoo water tower design unveiled
The Detroit Zoo revealed its new water tower design, along with new logos and websites for the zoo and Belle Isle Nature Center.
Detroit zoo says goodbye to beloved otter Lucius
Lucius was part of an inseparable pair that became the Detroit Zoo's first otter parents in 50 years. He was known as an excellent father who was always patient with his pups, the zoo said.
Detroit Zoo warns of discount ticket scam
The Detroit Zoo said a post offering a pack of tickets for a discount is a scam.
Recycle old electronics and get free admission to the Detroit Zoo
Bring electronics to the Detroit Zoo for recycling and receive free entry to the zoo.
Detroit Zoo introduces king penguin that hatched last summer
The Detroit Zoo revealed its newest member of its penguin colony on Thursday. Guests at the zoo won't see him at the Polk Penguin Conservation Center until he develops his waterproof feathers.
Detroit zoo euthanizes beloved sea otter after sudden illness
Ollie was a favorite among her caretakers and guests at the zoo. She got sick on Dec. 30 before succumbing to her illness soon after.
Detroit Zoo welcomes four new gorillas and the public is invited to attend their welcome party
Three females and one male will make up the new additions to the Detroit Zoo, months after it said goodbye to three of it's other gorillas.
Detroit Zoo announces death of beloved camel Humphrey
Humphrey was remembered as a gentle giant within the zoo.
Detroit Zoo's 95th anniversary kicks off with free entry Tuesday
The Detroit Zoo turns 95 Tuesday! To celebrate, there are events planned this month, starting with a kickoff celebration Aug. 1.
Detroit Zoo saying goodbye to gorilla trio - and invites the public to say farewell with them
Half-brothers Chipua “Chip," Pendeka “Pende" and Kongo-Mbeli “Kongo" - favorites of the zoo's visitors - have lived in the Great Apes of Harambee habitat for two decades.
Bike the Detroit Zoo afterhours during Bike Safari events this summer
Explore the Detroit Zoo by bike during Bike Safari events this summer.
Detroit Zoo announces birth of adorable new giraffe
Who doesn't like a baby giraffe story? The Detroit Zoo has announced a newborn giraffe was born two weeks ago and had to be nursed by the team.
Detroit Zoo offers free entry for residents 62+ from Macomb, Oakland, and Wayne counties on Wednesday
Seniors from Macomb, Oakland, and Wayne counties can enjoy the Detroit Zoo for free Wednesday, June 7.
Detroit zoo welcomes adorable new baby chimpanzee
"Tanya is a mom!" read a post from the zoo this week.
Detroit Zoo says goodbye to inseparable polar bear duo Astra and Laerke
The two sisters have been best friends since reuniting in the early spring this year.